The daffodils are popping up, though there are no buds,I'm excited none the less. Our pathetic grouping of three last minute tulips from 2007 have grown into 6 or 8 and are also popping out of the ground. The lemon thyme is starting to show green as well. The maple tree has buds,and I'm seeing bits of green in the lawn. . . .
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Posted by Brenda Hyde Reblogged by Old Roses to spring on 2008-04-04, 06:49:40
Still no sign of the coveted winter aconites... but my 'Flore Pleno' snowdrops finally decided to make an appearance this week! Here's the first one, a bit shorter than I had expected but still a welcome sight amid beech leaves and browned ajuga foliage:
The sun was shining when I got home from work this afternoon, and all but a few patches of snow were gone from both the front yard and the backyard. My garden assistant and I headed outside to cut back the hellebores (me) and sniff the ground (her) where the 3 mourning doves have been hanging out in the evenings.
Cortelyou Daffodil
This evening I came home via the Cortelyou Road stop on the Q train. I wanted to stop by John's Bakery to pick up some munchies. I had to cross the street: the Daffodils are just starting to bloom.
They've started on the north...
I have an article on page 28-29 of the new issue of Washington Woman Magazine. Christine McIntyre, Co-Publisher of Washington Woman, writes in her page 6 Publisher's Note (aka Editor's Letter), "a useful garden article by Kathy Jentz, owner of Washington Gardener Magazine. In “Seeing Green,” Kathy details some of the many home and garden shows in our area this spring which will give you fresh ideas for any indoor or outdoor project." The article is accompanied by my side-bar, "5 Home & Garden Show Shopping Tips.". . .
This "Living Tapestry" succulent pillow" was created by Shirley Bovshow
My eyes are ready to close as I put the finishing touches on my presentation on "10-Ways to Incorporate Art in Your Garden," for the the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival this weekend. I'm going to miss posting on my blog and ...
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Posted by Reblogged by Old Roses to succulents on 2008-04-04, 06:36:28
OK, the light’s kinda cool, as are other aspects of the shot. But I fear I haven’t made it particularly easy for you to actually focus on those things in this image. Instead, I have carelessly used the converging lines of the pathway to lead your eye straight down the row to my frumpy little garden cart which simply sits there mucking up the scene. And then I have further teased you with the inclusion of neighbor Emma’s pink soccer ball. . .
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on Apr 2, 2008, 2:50PM
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The allotment yesterday after I had finished for the day. It was Sunny between showers of rain, and strong winds. I turned four beds over and wrecked my hands. Patience is hard to come by when you have many plants growing or seed potatoes chitting in the spare room. The clay soil was still boggy in places, and rainwater still pooling.I turned it over to try to dry it out a bit.. . .
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Posted by snappy Reblogged by Old Roses to seeds, soil on 2008-04-04, 06:32:35
The Sun actually shone yesterday onto the back of my garden. I photographed the still water of the birdbath with the Frog looking serene in the soft light. The water was like a mirror reflecting all above it. Water in a garden is good for calming you, even small bowls filled with water.. . .
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Posted by snappy Reblogged by Old Roses to birds, flowers on 2008-04-04, 06:32:03
One of the things I really like to do is get a handle on how things work from both sides of an issue. I do this with almost every gardening thing that comes along - from chemical use to .. well, to Louisiana Mulch. Somehow I had a sense that the “problem” wasn’t quite as it was being described in the news release from the conservation group. (Anybody who believes every news release they get doesn’t get very many). . .
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on Apr 2, 2008, 10:20AM
Posted by Doug Reblogged by Old Roses to environment, mulch on 2008-04-04, 06:31:27
I have to admit it. I got terrible pictures at Plantasia! I must have been distracted by the kettle corn. So I will post my measly offerings, and Maria, can you help me out? I know you're holding!
The McKinley High float was really cool. . . .
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Posted by Jane M. Reblogged by Old Roses to shows on 2008-04-04, 06:30:16
I stopped by during set-up on Wednesday. Generally it's a very busy time for the magazine, so I don't. But this year I thought it might make a good column, and also I wanted to drop off some books while I could still drive into Minnett. Here's a view from the stands. (It's two pictures sort of pasted together.). . .
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Posted by Jane M. Reblogged by Old Roses to shows on 2008-04-04, 06:29:51
It's long, long overdue, but I finally have a little time to comment on the upstate New York garden shows that have been going on for the past month. I didn't take as many pictures as I normally do, but here goes. . . ..
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Posted by Jane M. Reblogged by Old Roses to shows on 2008-04-04, 06:29:22
Workshops are free of cost, and are offered at Urban Roots Community Garden Center at 428 Rhode Island Street.
Upcoming workshops
Saturday, April 5th 11am – Attract Birds and Butterflies to Your Garden presented by Karen Sirgey of Avian Architecture.
A workshop with master bird house designer and builder, Avian Architect, Karen Sirgey. Special for the season of bird migration, Sirgey will present bird and butterfly housing and gardens designed to attract them. Demonstrations will include planning of the bird and/or butterfly garden and setting up a house for our winged friends. . ..
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Posted by Jane M. Reblogged by Old Roses to shows on 2008-04-04, 06:28:47
Bristol’s Garden Center to Give Away Free Trees (seedlings) to Children Through “Pet Tree” Project
Bristol’s Garden Center will give away free trees (seedlings) to children during their Annual Spring Open House April 5th and 6th. Bristol’s is embarking on this “Pet Tree” project in order to encourage families to plant a tree together as a fun family activity, and to help kids learn about the joys of nature, planting and the positive impact trees have on the environment. . .
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Posted by Jane M. Reblogged by Old Roses to nursery, trees on 2008-04-04, 06:28:13
Five sandhill cranes flew low over our house a few days ago. The spring peepers are serenading us at night. I've started my annual attack on garlic mustard in the woods. The red-winged blackbirds are calling for mates. Ducks and geese are checking out the pond as a potential nursery. My crocus are finally in bloom. The dogwood buds are getting fatter. One son is at a home opener for the Detroit Tigers and the other son is at Vero Beach, Florida. And I start work in the gardens at Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site in a few hours.
Spring is here.
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Posted by Earth Girl Reblogged by Old Roses to birds, spring on 2008-04-04, 06:27:14
I like to get the pea trellis up before the peas sprout. This year I made a zig-zag trellis from poles and sticks and tie-wrapped a white plastic net to it. It seems a bit wobbly and I may need to reinforce it with more poles later. . . .
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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to peas, tools on 2008-04-04, 06:20:01
Hepatica insularis is a tiny hepatica which comes from an equally tiny corner of the world; the southern tip of Korea, and mainly from an adjacent island just off that coast (Cheju Island); hence the species name "insularis". Cheju Island is apparently a remarkable place botanically, with over 1800 endemic species; the island is anchored by an old volcano and is said to be influenced by both maritime and continental climates . . .
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Posted by IBOY Reblogged by Old Roses to flowers on 2008-04-04, 06:19:37
You know how I know? I saw it. I actually saw it with my own eyes. Not in a good way. We have a half-dead maple tree in the front yard that I've been refusing to cut down. I've left it as a snag for the Red-headed Woodpeckers, and it worked. Every spring, when they've finished emptying the matted mess of leaves the squirrels have packed the holes with all winter, we get to watch (and listen) to them situate the place to suit them. . ..
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Posted by Tina Reblogged by Old Roses to trees on 2008-04-04, 06:17:34
Nine days after Easter: I ran out yesterday to snap a few quick pictures of the dogwood we’ve been watching. Thanks to Brad and Heidi, we now have 4 guesses as to how long it will take for her to reach full blossom.I said 21 days after Easter.My Gemini alter ego said 11 (not gonna [...]
Two of the impatiens bloomed today and a few others have buds forming. I'm excited to see blooms, but it's really too early. I can't put them outside for a while yet. I definitely won't start them so early next year. . . .
Like me, many of you would, undoubtedly, characterize yourself as "nature lovers." But what do those words really mean? Well, there are different kinds of nature lovers, and my intention...
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on Apr 2, 2008, 1:55AM
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